About the Red-headed Lovebird
The red-headed lovebird, also known as the red-faced lovebird, is a member of the genus Agapornis, a group commonly known as lovebirds. Like other lovebirds, it is native to Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Psittaciformes |
| Family | Old World Parrots (Psittaculidae) |
| Species | Agapornis pullarius |
| Species Codes | rehlov1, RHLO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-headed Lovebird belong to?
The Red-headed Lovebird (Agapornis pullarius) belongs to the Old World Parrots family (Psittaculidae), in the order Psittaciformes.
How can I identify the Red-headed Lovebird?
The red-headed lovebird, also known as the red-faced lovebird, is a member of the genus Agapornis, a group commonly known as lovebirds. Like other lovebirds, it is native to Africa....
Where can I report a Red-headed Lovebird sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-headed Lovebird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rehlov1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Psittaciformes
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Quick Stats
Psittaciformes
Order
201
Species in Family
121
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